Rutledge breakout powers Macedon
A breakout Michael Rutledge performance powered Macedon’s big win over Gisborne Giants, while Angus Nolte and Ryan Pretty did likewise Kyneton.
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Tom Hawkins stars on his return to country footy
Recently retired Geelong star Tom Hawkins starred on his return to country footy with Finley while other ex-AFL names made their mark in games across Victoria on Good Friday. See the wrap.
Off-season central: the new faces at every Riddell District club
The new season is already two weeks old and Riddell District clubs continue to bolster their lists. Check out all the news recruits here.
What Riddell takes from GF rematch romp
Defending RDFNL premier Riddell has knocked off preliminary finalist Macedon and grand final rival Wallan in the opening fortnight, here’s what coach Arron Bray takes from it.
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Riddell embrace the challenge for flag defence
Riddell coach Arron Bray is telling his players to embrace the challenge of being reigning premiers as the Bombers get an immediate test of strength.
Named: Tom Waters selects his best 22
Tom Waters has won premierships, league medals and played 300 games alongside with some outstanding talents. He’s made some tough calls in naming his best 22.
Tweaks to help Wallan take next step
Wallan isn’t throwing the baby out with the bathwater after reaching the grand final last year but hopes small tweaks can help it take the premiership step.
Back in the right comp: Melton South’s RDFNL ambition
Melton South is back in the Riddell District looking to break a more than two-year losing streak. What do the Panthers believe they can achieve in 2025?
RDFNL big calls: bigger finals to make for grandstand finish
SEASON PREVIEW: Thrown a blanket over a host of clubs, the RDFNL premiership is well and truly up for grabs in an expanded finals series.
Why Woodend-Hesket is confident of finals return
Woodend-Hesket coach Alistair Rae believes his 2025 side is as talented as the 2023 team that reached the RDFNL grand final. Here’s why confidence levels are so high.
Injection of talent has Centrals eyeing finals
Melton Centrals has had an injection of talent over the summer and combined with its existing squad is confident of making a run at the RDFNL top-six.
New faces, new start for Lancefield
After a winless season, Lancefield got busy over the off-season, bringing in as many as 15 new faces to help the club make a fresh start.
Breakaway women’s club finds new home
After months of stress, breakaway women’s club Kyneton Women’s has found a new partner and a new league for 2025.
Sick of it: what has Romsey aiming high in 2025
An imposing key forward combination and the continued growth of young talent has Romsey coach Nathan Blair aiming high in 2025 after a series of early finals exits.
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